In 1964, he was one of the first three African Americans to compete in wrestling at the Games. He went on to have a distinguished coaching career.

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Monica is an entertainment reporter covering TV, film, and music. VERONA, ITALY - FEBRUARY 20: A general view of the Verona Arena ...

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An itinerary for Mr. Patel’s trip provides more granular detail, including long segments of personal time that suggest he was not immensely oversubscribed by official duties. By Glenn Thrush Reporting ...

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With Dana White as her mentor, the daughter of heavyweight champ Frank grapples for an NCAA title this weekend.